A 5 gallon fish tank is a great option if you plan on housing anywhere from 4 to 6 fish. The normal dimensions of a 5 gallon fish tank are 16 x 8 x 10 inches and typically weigh around 62 pounds when they are filled with water. Although 5 gallon tanks are not the biggest tanks and have limited space compared to bigger sized fish tanks, there are still plenty of great themes and fish tank decoration ideas you can incorporate into a 5 gallon fish tank.
5 gallon fish tank decoration ideas
Here are some of our favorite 5 gallon fish tank decoration ideas. Even though many people think 5 gallon tanks are too small to decorate, we always encourage people to decorate their fish tank, no matter the size. Not only do fish tank decorations spice up the room, but they also provide excitement and entertainment for your fish. Most people are unaware that fish can become depressed, and adding cool and interactive decorations can help your fish’s mental health. Fish tank decorations also give fish obstacles to play around and hide inside of. With that being said, here is are list of our favorite decoration ideas for a 5 gallon fish tank.
Robot Dog Fish Tank Decoration
If you ever watched Star Wars, you probably recognize this decoration. Formally known as an All Terrain Armored Transport (AT-AT), this robot dog gives your fish tank an awesome, sci-fi aesthetic. The decoration is 6 inches tall, so it will definitely fit inside a 5 gallon tank. It is also only 5 inches long, so it won’t take up to much ground space. The piece is made from non toxic resin which is safe for your fish. Best of all, the robot is hand painted with very high detail, and the paint will not fade over time. There is a small hole in the middle of the ornament that smaller fish can swim through.
SpongeBob SquarePants Pineapple House
If you are a SpongeBob fan, this is the perfect decoration for your 5 gallon fish tank. The pineapple under the sea is made of high quality resin that is durable and safe in both fresh and saltwater aquariums. The pineapple has a height of 6 inches and a diameter of 3 inches, and the piece is waited down so you don’t have to worry about the pineapple floating around the tank. This piece offers a great aesthetic while also giving your fish a place to hide.
Last but not least we have the hobbit house. This house will instantly transform your fish tank into a magical fairy tale. This piece is also made of high quality resin which is safe for fish and will not fade over time. This house has a large hole in the middle which allows fish of all sizes to swim through or hide in the house. This house also has a very cool feature where you can connect your air pump to the house’s chimney. This causes air bubbles to come out of the chimney. The house is also covered in moss which will give your 5 gallon fish tank a very realistic touch.